Exclusive investigation reveals how the iconic Burning Man festival, famed for its Nevada desert gatherings, was actually born from a radical summer solstice ritual on a San Francisco beach in 1986, conceived by British-born artist Mary Grauberger.
John Law, co-founder of Burning Man, delivers a devastating verdict on the festival's future after this year's chaos. Read his exclusive thoughts on the event's commercialisation and lost spirit.
Shocking discovery in the Nevada desert as authorities uncover dozens of abandoned containers filled with human ashes, prompting a major investigation into a local funeral home.
Catastrophic flooding at Nevada's Burning Man festival leaves tens of thousands trapped in ankle-deep mud, with one fatality reported and essential supplies running low.
The Burning Man festival in Nevada's Black Rock Desert has been plunged into a crisis as severe flooding leaves 70,000 'Burners' stranded in a treacherous sea of mud, with one tragic death reported and essential supplies running low.
Severe weather unleashes chaos at Burning Man 2025, stranding 85,000 attendees in ankle-deep mud, cancelling events, and prompting urgent safety warnings. Get the full report on the festival's dramatic turn.
In a landmark environmental collaboration, Wales signs a historic agreement with China to share expertise in revitalising the Yellow River basin and combating the Gobi Desert's expansion, marking a new chapter in UK-China relations.
A catastrophic sandstorm has plunged Nevada's Burning Man festival into chaos, destroying art installations, stranding 70,000 attendees, and turning the desert extravaganza into a battle for survival. Organisers scramble as essential supplies run low.
Saudi Arabia's ambitious desert ski resort, Trojena, is behind schedule, jeopardising its role in the 2029 Asian Winter Games. Officials are now in emergency talks to potentially move the entire event to China, casting doubt on the Kingdom's vision for a
A major US media group collapses, ceasing printing of all 114 of its local newspapers across South Dakota, Iowa, and others, creating a vast news desert and leaving communities in the dark.
Director Stephan Elliott shares heartfelt memories of working with the iconic Terence Stamp, reflecting on his legacy in film and personal anecdotes from their collaboration on 'Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'.
A Los Angeles resident has been awarded a staggering £1.6 million after suing the city over an uneven pavement that caused him to trip. The case raises questions about public safety and liability for poorly maintained walkways.
A former model left behind the glitz of the fashion world to embrace a simpler life in the Kalahari Desert, marrying a man she'd known for just four months.
A former model ditches her high-fashion lifestyle to live with a nomadic tribe in the African desert, embracing a life of simplicity and cultural immersion.
Honolulu enforces a new law prohibiting sitting or lying on sidewalks in Waikiki, sparking debate over homelessness and public space management.
For three decades, the Tjanpi Desert Weavers have transformed traditional Indigenous crafts into contemporary art, captivating global audiences from remote Australia.
Comedian Harry Hill opens up about his emotional connection to his late stepfather during a touching appearance on BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs.
Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan is reportedly planning an ambitious adaptation of Homer’s 'The Odyssey', with filming set to take place in the vast Sahara Desert.
Discover the untold story behind the viral 'Storm Area 51' event that took social media by storm. From alien conspiracy theories to real-world chaos, here's what really happened.
A blistering heatwave has left 27 US states hotter than the Sahara Desert, with record-breaking temperatures causing widespread disruption. Experts warn of health risks and extreme weather conditions.
The iconic Burning Man Festival returns in 2025 with a whirlwind of art, music, and radical self-expression in Nevada's Black Rock Desert. Discover the highlights, controversies, and unforgettable moments from this year's event.
A French couple trekking through the Sahara Desert made the heartbreaking decision to leave their son behind to save their own lives after getting lost in extreme conditions.
As Chile ramps up desalination plants to support lithium and copper mining, local communities face severe water shortages. Is the green transition sacrificing one resource for another?
A fragment of Mars, one of only 277 known Martian meteorites on Earth, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s in New York. Discovered in the Sahara Desert, this extraterrestrial treasure offers a rare chance to own a piece of the Red Planet.